A bunch of other Americans and I came here and were quite satisfied. I had the quesadilla and was…read morehappy that it was a bean-free option and automatically included guacamole. The place is casual although the lighting is a bit dark.

This place lives in the shadow of Atomic Burger and Big Society, but it's a gem in its own right…read more The food isn't greasy, fast-food Mexican, but instead delicious, fresh Mexican. The chef offers a huge variety of great dishes, all are light and tasty. The decor suggest this is a casual joint, but the food is exceptional and on par with much more expensive restaurants. While prices aren't cheap, that's the only thing I don't love about the restaurant.

I've had so many good meals in this quaint little place. Its such a good atmosphere and in my…read moreopinion there's not a Tex Mex place on the South Coast that can rival it. The staff are really lively and friendly in a genuine way. They serve a mean Margarita which I think is the ideal way to start your evening off. The nachos are fantastic to share but it is too tempting to get filled up on them so be careful! My favourite is the full rack of ribs, they are so juicy and just the right size portion (if a little too much). Kids eat here for free all week which I think is an amazing thing to offer. I almost wish I had some fat kids!

I love this restaurant because the owners don't really mind if you want to get a bit rowdy. Always…read moreloved the amazing collections of different types of Tequila. I think I've tried them all! I think I would have to rate the food as 8/10. It's not what I would consider authentic Mexican food but the portion size is very good and very tasty. Gets to your table piping hot. Very nice relaxed atmosphere. Great place to fill your tummy before heading into town

Really great (and pretty much only) Mexican joint in the area. Great customer service with…read moreauthentic Mexican layout and cuisine. The burritos and churros were great as well as most of their drinks. Very hip layout, great variety of choices and offers much more cuisine than just burritos!

It's clean was my first impression. Now let me say I have given up in finding true Mexican food in…read morethe UK, so I was skeptical. And it's not true Mexican that I am use to back in the states and that is not a bad thing. The food is what I would call Mexican inspired food and done really well. The lamb taco was more like a small burrito. The enchiladas was also more like a burrito. Now both were done real well I thought the lamb tasted better. The bar area was nice and trendy. Overall a very good experience. Oh the "hot wing" the non fired ones was really really good.

Bedford has always been missing something when it comes to restaurant choice. Foregoing the obvious…read moreomissions of chains such as Ask or Cafe Rouge, there has been one giant missing piece which my taste buds have not thanks me for since moving to the town; the lack of a Mexican restaurant. Whilst many may not agree with me that Mexican food is some of the tastiest, loveliest, most homely cuisine you can honour your tongue with, I happen to absolutely love it. So as soon as I saw the sign, I was in like a shot to make a reservation (definitely something to consider if you want to go at peak times). Let's be honest with ourselves for a moment though. When you've been waiting for and wanting something for a long time, in the end it's more than likely to disappoint. So it was with a certain amount of trepidation that I entered Baja yesterday evening ready, as ever an Englishman tends to be, for disappointment. What I got was an explosion of spice, flavour and a sense that I'd been returning to this place again and again. I'd just found the best food in Bedford by quite some way. The restaurant itself is clean and modern, with just the right amount of colour to set the scene. A combination of tables and booths overlook, well not too much to be honest. The view outside wasn't spectacular (just some empty shops), but the view on my table turned out to be more than adequate. (As an aside, the bar at the back of the restaurant does have a better outlook, with the Castle Mound and river just in sight). I started with a bowl of Breaded Calamari and Tentacles, which was not only delicious, but also came in a portion that could feed a family of four. I'm definitely not complaining though; the squid was a perfect texture and the breadcrumbs gave a satisfying crunch. Spot on. There was the risk that after such a humongous starter, there wouldn't be any room left for the main course. That was until it made its heavenly appearance on the table in front of me. My Enchilada was stuffed with chicken, Mexican rice and beans, and sat on a bed of passata. Topped off with melted Monterey Jack cheese, salsa and crema, it practically melted in the mouth. There was a hint of coriander running through the dish, which set the whole thing off for me. As my Mexican-loving eyes are probably too big for my belly, I also chose Frijoles as a side. Black, pinto and kidney beans, refried and topped with crema and melted cheese. They were truly stunning. I could have happily sat and had a couple of those as a meal on their own. My dining companions' food was also very well received. In particular, the Big Baja Salad was a definite hit, coming in its own huge edible tortilla bowl and with more lamb than any one person would dare to eat in one sitting (again, not a complaint). Desert was a big no as we were all completely stuffed from the wonderful food, though next time I'll try and save enough room to sample a Sweet Chimichanga. The only real disappointment was with our cocktail. Our mojitos tasted of not much other than rum and definitely needed more than the single leaf of mint that had been put in the glass. But that's not really much of a complaint, when the meal itself was so well prepared. I made a point of saying before the meal arrived that I hoped I would finally find a restaurant in Bedford that I would want to return to frequently. I found it.

We went to Chiquito to celebrate our 16th wedding anniversary and left completely devastated. We…read moreare Hindu and strictly vegetarian, yet we were served chicken in the Lettuce Tacos we ordered with jackfruit. My wife realised immediately after the first bite, and I confirmed it myself. Staff at first denied it was chicken, and only after insisting did they took the dish back. Other items were served incorrectly and fajitas. They offered to remake the tacos, but the damage was already done -- our celebration was ruined, my wife felt sick, and I lost all appetite. If we'd had allergies, this could have been far worse. A serious food safety failure and an experience we will never forget.

What an amazing visit to this restaurant on a quiet Tuesday evening…read more Whilst the were not busy the atmosphere was pleasant and welcoming when you walked through the door. The staff were friendly and quick at taking the orders. The food was prepared quickly and brought to the table - tasted amazing and the waitress chatted the evening away. Well worth a visit

Crazy good salsa verde chilaquiles breakfast. The salsa roja is good as well. Some day I'll come…read morefor lunch/dinner and expand my repertoire. Good coffee, very comfortable and cheerful ambiance. Been there twice for breakfast and service was a bit on the relaxed size despite the place being empty at the time. Not slow as such, we were seated and the food and drinks came reasonably promptly, more just a matter of noticing no one has brought you the bill yet and then getting it a few minutes afterwards. So pretty great if you enjoy lingering over your substantial meal but if you've got someplace to be you might want to poke your head around the corner and ask for the bill.

A total surprise! I was in Southampton for a short trip and didn't expect to find great Mexican…read morefood there. I was even less hopeful once I saw that their vegetarian enchilada contained butternut squash - I'm not a fan of that particular vegetable. But I ordered it anyway, being a vegetarian, and - wow! The flavors melded together into a fine symphony. The staff was also attentive and friendly. I couldn't have hoped for a better experience.

Dorindo's has been in Abingdon for more than three years now but this was the first time that I…read morehave visited. Well, definitely not the last. The food there is amazing and the service we received was excellent. Family run business that makes you feel welcomed. I had chicken tacitos as a starter followed by the pulled pork chimichanga and they both been made to perfection and beautifully presented with salsa. This is simply the best Mexican food you can find for miles.

Manuel's is a very cute, little mexican restaurant in the old town part of Swindon. The menu is…read morevery authentic and their is a choice for everyone though it is small. The staff are very friendly and the atmosphere is cosy. Portion size is generous and the food is the best mexican i have had in the UK. I would definetly recommend Manuels.

I was initially hesitant to visit, but my husband and I met a friend there, and am I ever glad I…read morewent! The decor was phenomenal. Absolutely unique, and made one feel happy for some reason. The ambiance was perfect, the menu was hilarious, and there were board games and books to take advantage of, The service was absolutely phenomenal. The guy behind the counter was friendly, helpful, funny, and made our eating experience better for his serving us. The food was fantastic! We had some tapas, a chicken and avocado salad (and when I asked to substitute steak for the chicken and pay for the difference, it was done), and a Matador burger, all with drinks and dessert. The drinks were delicious, refreshing, and well thought out, the salad was perfect (though admittedly a bit on the small side for the price), the tapas were wiped-clean in a matter of 30 minutes, and the Matador Burger, though nothing to write home about, was filling and yummy. We did pay extra for the sweet potato fries, and were a bit disappointed by the amount of fries that extra $1.25 will get you, but with drinks and dessert it ended up a blessing in disguise. The sticky toffee sundae was something I wish I could eat every day of my life, and the churros (accompanied by two dipping sauces) were surprisingly good! (Being a Californian I have pretty high expectations of Mexican foods, expectations that Britain has managed to almost thoroughly crush, so these were a pleasant surprise). We look forward to coming back for breakfast and board games!